Silver Spring, United States

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Alternative names: Population: 71.5 thous. (2019)Area: 7.92 mi²Elevation: 341 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 38°59'47"N, 77°1'36"W
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Silver Spring Top Attractions

Silver Spring Attractions - What to See and Explore

Silver Spring offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: National Museum of Health and Medicine, Silver Spring Library, Talbot Avenue bridge, Forest Glen Park. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

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    Collection of medical specimens

    National Museum of Health and Medicine

    Nestled in the city of Silver Spring, Maryland, the National Museum of Health and Medicine is a fascinating establishment that beckons visitors with an interest in the intricacies of the human body and the history of medicine.

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    Library

    Silver Spring Library

    The Brigadier General Charles E. McGee Library, formerly the Silver Spring Library, is part of the Montgomery County Public Libraries System. It opened to the public in 1931 and is currently located at 900 Wayne Avenue in Silver Spring, Maryland. The library is named for Charles E.

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    Bridge

    Talbot Avenue bridge

    The Talbot Avenue bridge in Montgomery County, Maryland, was a historic one-lane metal girder bridge that connected Lyttonsville and downtown Silver Spring. Originally built in 1918, with a new deck added in 1986, it crossed the CSX railroad tracks between Hanover Street and Lanier Drive.

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    Neighbourhood

    Forest Glen Park

    Forest Glen Park is an unincorporated community in Montgomery County, Maryland and a residential neighborhood within the Silver Spring census-designated place.

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    Church • Forest Glen

    St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church

    Saint John the Evangelist Catholic Church is a parish of the Roman Catholic Church in Maryland in the United States founded by Fr. John Carroll in 1774. It falls under the jurisdiction of the Archdiocese of Washington and its archbishop. It is named after John the Evangelist.

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    Church

    St. Andrew's Cathedral

    St. Andrew Cathedral is a Ukrainian Orthodox cathedral at 15100 New Hampshire Avenue in Silver Spring, Maryland, United States. It is the seat of the Archbishop of New York-Washington.

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    Park

    Acorn Park

    Acorn Park is a 0.1247-acre urban park in downtown Silver Spring, Maryland, which features an acorn-shaped gazebo and an artificial grotto. The site is historically significant as it is thought to be the location of the "mica-flecked spring" that in 1840 inspired Francis Preston Blair to name his estate "Silver Spring".

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    Monuments and statues

    Coastline Sculpture

    Coastline is an outdoor sculpture by American artist Jim Sanborn installed at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration complex in Silver Spring, Maryland. Coastline attempts to recreate the effect of waves crashing on the Atlantic coast.

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    Synagogue • Kemp Mill

    Young Israel Shomrai Emunah

    Young Israel Shomrai Emunah is an Orthodox synagogue located in Kemp Mill, Montgomery County, Maryland. It was the first Orthodox synagogue established in Montgomery County It is also one of the largest Orthodox synagogues in Maryland and is recognized as a key synagogue in the Silver Spring, Maryland area.

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    Universities and schools

    National Park Seminary

    National Park Seminary — later called National Park College — was a private girls' school open from 1894 to 1942. Located in Forest Glen Park, Maryland, its name alludes to nearby Rock Creek Park.

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    Mosque • Spencerville

    Baitur Rehman Mosque

    Baitur Rehman Mosque is located in Silver Spring, Maryland in the United States. The mosque was inaugurated by Mirza Tahir Ahmad, the late head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, on October 14, 1994. The mosque is run by the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community.

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    38°59'13"N • 77°1'35"W

    Montgomery College Cultural Arts Center

    Concerts and shows • Performing arts • Art gallery

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    39°3'40"N • 76°57'57"W

    Seventh-day Adventist Church World Headquarters

    Church

  • jessup blair local park silver spring location map
    38°59'5"N • 77°1'28"W

    Jessup Blair Local Park

    Park

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    38°59'48"N • 77°1'38"W

    Silver Spring Black Box

    Concerts and shows • Theater

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    39°1'16"N • 77°0'43"W

    Silver Spring Stage

    Concerts and shows • Theater

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    38°59'29"N • 77°1'32"W

    The Highwood Theatre

    Concerts and shows • Theater

  • the church of jesus christ of latter day saints in maryland silver spring
    39°0'51"N • 77°3'56"W

    The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Maryland

    The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Maryland refers to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and its members in Maryland. The official church membership as a percentage of general population was 0.72% in 2014.

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    39°0'51"N • 77°3'56"W

    The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the District of Columbia

    The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the District of Columbia refers to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and its members in the District of Columbia. In 2001, there were 1,073 members of the LDS Church in the Federal District. It has since grown to 3,144 members in 4 congregations.

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Things to See and Do in Silver Spring by Category

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Silver Spring – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Silver Spring, it's worth seeing attractions such as: White House (Washington D.C.), National Gallery of Art (Washington D.C.), Washington Monument (Washington D.C.).

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    Iconic home of America's president

    White House, Washington D.C.

    The White House, the iconic residence and workplace of the President of the United States, is located at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW in Washington D.C. Not only does it serve as the official seat of presidential power, but it also stands as a living museum of American...

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    American and European art in 2 buildings

    National Gallery of Art, Washington D.C.

    The National Gallery of Art, a monumental presence in the heart of Washington D.C., stands as a testament to the importance of art in national culture. This prestigious institution, nestled on the National Mall, is a beacon for art enthusiasts and historians alike.

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    Towering tribute to George Washington

    Washington Monument, Washington D.C.

    Rising to an impressive 554 feet and 7 11/32 inches, the Washington Monument is an iconic obelisk that dominates the skyline of Washington D.C., the capital of the United States. This towering memorial was built to honor George Washington, the nation's first President...

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    Exhibit-filled trip across the universe

    National Air and Space Museum, Washington D.C.

    The National Air and Space Museum, an iconic institution in Washington D.C., United States, serves as a testament to the human quest for flight and the exploration of the cosmos. As part of the Smithsonian Institution, the museum houses the world's largest collection...

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    Memorial

    National World War II Memorial, Washington D.C.

    The National World War II Memorial is a solemn tribute to the American soldiers who served in the Second World War, as well as the millions who supported the war effort from home. Situated in the heart of Washington D.C., between the Lincoln Memorial and the Washington...

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Best Time To Visit Silver Spring

Learn when is the best time to travel to Silver Spring weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

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April, June and July are the busiest months in this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in May and December.

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The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in February. Most of it rains in May and July.

Length of day in hours

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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What are the top attractions to visit in Silver Spring?

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What is the best time to visit Silver Spring?

April, June and July are the busiest months in this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in May and December. The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

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